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Thought Leadership Updates with Art Chrapko

Now, That's Logistics

Welcome to my blog series that dives deep into the ever-evolving world of ocean freight logistics! Join us as we embark on a journey through the vast seas of trends, opinions, and innovations that shape the shipping industry today. From the latest technological advancements transforming supply chains to the diverse perspectives of industry experts, we’ll explore how ocean freight logistics continues to navigate the tides of change, carving new routes towards a more efficient and sustainabl

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Microgrid Economics – Microgrids Growing Faster Than Larger Grids

Logistics Viewpoints

The reason that microgrids are growing faster than larger grids comes down to economics. In many cases microgrids are now bankable investments due to high power costs, low renewable and battery costs, and the value of improving power resilience. The option of using local power generation from a microgrid for supplying your electric power can alleviate the risk of power outages when your main grid fails.

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Patterson Farm's pristine fleet of vintage Peterbilts

Overdrive Online

A Massachusetts farming and trucking operation put on a show of force with about two dozen Peterbilt 379s that still work hard and aren't afraid to show some nicks and knocks.

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A Yellow bankruptcy would influence freight, used trucks

Commercial Carrier Journal

If Yellow's 15-year flirtation with bankruptcy ends, it would spell higher rates for LTL carriers and pockets of the spot market, and put sought-after late model used equipment in the market.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Farm's pristine fleet of vintage Peterbilts

Overdrive Online

A Massachusetts farming and trucking operation put on a show of force with about two dozen Peterbilt 379s that still work hard and aren't afraid to show some nicks and knocks.

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A Yellow bankruptcy would influence freight, used trucks

Overdrive Online

If Yellow's 15-year flirtation with bankruptcy ends, it would spell higher rates for LTL carriers and pockets of the spot market, and put sought-after late model used equipment in the market.

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Saudi Arabia Extends 1M-Barrel Oil Cut, Says It Can Be Deepened

Supply Chain Brain

The leader of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) will continue the cutback of 1 million barrels a day — launched during July — into September.

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Stack Management and Crane Optimizer Goes Live

Logistics Business Magazine

Inform has announced that it has successfully deployed its Syncrotess Optimization Plus solution at Norfolk Southern’s Rossville terminal just outside of Memphis, Tennessee, enabling the terminal to have transparency of their stacked operations. The go-live at Rossville is the first of two planned go-lives this year, the second being scheduled at their larger, Austell facility located just outside of Atlanta, Georgia.

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Hanwha Ocean Secures LNG Carrier Order Worth Almost $260M

Supply Chain Brain

Hanwha won the contract from an undisclosed client based in Asia and will deliver the LNG tanker to the customer during the first half of 2027.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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New Distributor for Vacuum Lifters

Logistics Business Magazine

B&B Attachments, leading manufacturer and supplier of forklift truck attachments and material handling solutions, has announced its official role as authorised UK distributors for Autem Vacuum Lifters Ltd. Autem Vacuum Lifters Ltd are manufacturers of lifting and handling equipment. The company has over 20 years’ experience in designing and manufacturing vacuum lifters.

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The Benefits of Future Available-to-Promise Inventory

Supply Chain Brain

Retailers need to unify inventory data in real time, and ensure that products are available for fulfillment across all sales channels.

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Tennessee County Selects Blink As EV Charging Provider

NGT News

Blink Charging Co. has been selected as an EV charging solutions provider for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville‐Davidson County (Metro) in Tennessee. The agreement enables local agencies to acquire Blink’s EV charging equipment for locations across the county, with the chargers being supplied by Blink and owned by Metro. “Blink is proud to contribute to the […] The post Tennessee County Selects Blink As EV Charging Provider appeared first on NGT News.

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What Retailers Need to Know About Age Demographics and Home-Delivery Sustainability

Supply Chain Brain

In a time of growing environmental awareness, retailers need to adjust their sustainability and home-delivery strategies, especially with respect to age.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Game-inspired hazmat training rocks. What about training for the rest of your life?

LabelMaster

Since we released our new General Awareness Hazmat Training course earlier this year, Dangerous Goods pros have been saying it’s the coolest, most accessible online hazmat training course ever. It’s not only a lot more engaging than most DG training, it’s actually fun. This game-inspired training module takes you inside a virtual warehouse, where you.

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Ocean Yield Investing in Four LR1 Oil Tankers

Supply Chain Brain

The ships will be built with special duel-fuel engines that allow the vessels to use methanol as their main energy source.

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Thank You Thursday Shout Outs – July

Ship Monk

ShipMonk is privileged to have a lot of hard-working, incredible team members at all our state-of-the-art locations. We love showing them appreciation at every opportunity, so we created “Thank You Thursday” to celebrate employees on a weekly basis. Check out the shoutouts from July across our 12 fulfillment center locations, now including ShipMonk Europe.

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ASC Invests in German Logistics Site

Logistics Business Magazine

Technology-led logistics company Advanced Supply Chain (ASC) is investing £60million in establishing a new European operating facility in Nettetal, Germany in a move that will create 400 new jobs over the next three years. Part of Reconomy, a leading provider of tech-enabled solutions for the circular economy, ASC delivers a range of supply chain services for leading retailers and consumer brands.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Watch: How to Prepare for the Next Leg of the Freight Cycle

Supply Chain Brain

The mass disruptions of the pandemic forced a broad acknowledgement that there’s a lot of waste in current supply chains, says Chris Pickett, COO at Flock Freight.

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Podcast | The Age of AI: Will It Drown Us in Misinformation?

Supply Chain Brain

Will the latest evolution of artificial intelligence create a fount of information — or misinformation?

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